R 161818Z MAY 13
ALCGPSC 053/13
SUBJ: LAUNCH OF THE COAST GUARD EXCHANGE (CGX) ONLINE STORE
1. The Coast Guard Exchange System (CGX) is proud to announce the
opening of its newest store, one that is as close to our patrons as
their home computer or smart phone. All eligible beneficiaries can
now shop CGX online at www.shopcgx.com. The CGX on-line store makes
the savings that are available on quality goods in CGX stores
available to our patrons, anywhere, anytime.
2. Authorized patrons are validated on www.shopcgx.com using the
Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) which
includes all active duty, retired and reserve members of the
military, their dependants and Coast Guard civilian employees.
Members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary are also eligible patrons and
are validated using the AuxOfficer Directory.
3. This expansion into the web-based storefront will help CGX
continue its support to the Coast Guard Morale, Well-being, and
Recreation (MWR) programs and to aggressively revitalize CGX stores
to provide our Coast Guardsmen and their families the shopping
experiences they want and deserve.
4. Over the last 10 years, CGX contributed over 22 million dollars
to Coast Guard MWR programs and invested over 22 million dollars in
recapitalizing aging stores or opening new stores for the convenience
and benefit of Coast Guardsmen, their family members and other
eligible CGX beneficiaries. In addition, documented price
comparisons consistently demonstrate that CGX offers an average
savings of 20 percent or more when compared to private sector
retailers outside the gate.
5. Over the course of the coming months, more products will be
continuously added to the CGX online store, but we need your feedback
on products that you want but cannot find. Contact us directly on
Facebook www.facebook.com/coastguardexchange or by email at
customerservice(at)shopcgx.com to tell us what products you are
looking for and we will work hard to get them for you.
6. CGX is part of the United States Coast Guard Community Services
Command (CSC) with a vision to be your destination of choice for
exchange and MWR benefits. Our mission is to deliver outstanding
value, service, and convenience to the Coast Guard family and support
the readiness and retention of those who protect and defend the
homeland.
7. POC for this matter is Mr. Scott Poteet, USCG CSC Director of
Marketing. He may be reached at 757-842-4946 or by e-mail at
SPoteet(at)cg-exchange.com.
8. RDML Dave Callahan, Commander, CG Personnel Service Center,
sends.
9. Internet release authorized.